Ford Windstar Ratings, Reviews and Analysis

Ratings & Reviews

2 star

danalawrence65 writes:

what were they thinking

very dissapointed in Ford that they would throw somthing together like this. where were the designers? this car/van Thing design is why american cars suck. unreliable junk...Do Yourself a Big Favor and spend a little more and get a toyota that will be reliable for years

4 star

FordDriver323 writes:

It has been a good car

I mostly have like this vehicle but as it has aged there have been little problems monthly

Pricing Trends

The average LemonFree listing price for a
Ford Windstar in California:

2000$3,995

1998$3,627

1997$99,999

1996$2,995

1995$2,995

Safety Ratings and Recalls

Safety

2003 Ford Windstar

Front Crash Driver Side

Front Crash Passenger Side

Side Crash Driver Side

Side Crash Passenger Side

2002 Ford Windstar

Front Crash Driver Side

Front Crash Passenger Side

Side Crash Driver Side

Side Crash Passenger Side

2001 Ford Windstar

Front Crash Driver Side

Front Crash Passenger Side

Side Crash Driver Side

Side Crash Passenger Side

2000 Ford Windstar

Front Crash Driver Side

Front Crash Passenger Side

Side Crash Driver Side

Side Crash Passenger Side

1999 Ford Windstar

Front Crash Driver Side

Front Crash Passenger Side

Side Crash Driver Side

Side Crash Passenger Side

Recall Notices

2002 Ford Windstar (9/29/2015)

Campaign Number: 15V608000

Component Name: SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

Description: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 1998-2003 Windstar vehicles manufactured September 2, 1997, to July 3, 2003. The affected vehicles were previously remedied to safeguard against the rear axle cracking from corrosion, however, the remedy brackets may have been misinstalled. The incorrect bracket installations may limit the effectiveness of the service repair for NHTSA recalls 10V-385, 12V-193, and 12V-195.

Defect: If the brackets were not installed properly, the rear axle may fracture, affecting the vehicle handling and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brackets to verify their proper installation. If a bracket is found to have been misinstalled, the rear axle will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The began on October 21, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S27.

2001 Ford Windstar (9/29/2015)

Campaign Number: 15V608000

Component Name: SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

Description: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 1998-2003 Windstar vehicles manufactured September 2, 1997, to July 3, 2003. The affected vehicles were previously remedied to safeguard against the rear axle cracking from corrosion, however, the remedy brackets may have been misinstalled. The incorrect bracket installations may limit the effectiveness of the service repair for NHTSA recalls 10V-385, 12V-193, and 12V-195.

Defect: If the brackets were not installed properly, the rear axle may fracture, affecting the vehicle handling and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brackets to verify their proper installation. If a bracket is found to have been misinstalled, the rear axle will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The began on October 21, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S27.

2000 Ford Windstar (9/29/2015)

Campaign Number: 15V608000

Component Name: SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

Description: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 1998-2003 Windstar vehicles manufactured September 2, 1997, to July 3, 2003. The affected vehicles were previously remedied to safeguard against the rear axle cracking from corrosion, however, the remedy brackets may have been misinstalled. The incorrect bracket installations may limit the effectiveness of the service repair for NHTSA recalls 10V-385, 12V-193, and 12V-195.

Defect: If the brackets were not installed properly, the rear axle may fracture, affecting the vehicle handling and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brackets to verify their proper installation. If a bracket is found to have been misinstalled, the rear axle will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The began on October 21, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S27.

1999 Ford Windstar (9/29/2015)

Campaign Number: 15V608000

Component Name: SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

Description: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 1998-2003 Windstar vehicles manufactured September 2, 1997, to July 3, 2003. The affected vehicles were previously remedied to safeguard against the rear axle cracking from corrosion, however, the remedy brackets may have been misinstalled. The incorrect bracket installations may limit the effectiveness of the service repair for NHTSA recalls 10V-385, 12V-193, and 12V-195.

Defect: If the brackets were not installed properly, the rear axle may fracture, affecting the vehicle handling and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brackets to verify their proper installation. If a bracket is found to have been misinstalled, the rear axle will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The began on October 21, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S27.

1998 Ford Windstar (9/29/2015)

Campaign Number: 15V608000

Component Name: SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

Description: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 1998-2003 Windstar vehicles manufactured September 2, 1997, to July 3, 2003. The affected vehicles were previously remedied to safeguard against the rear axle cracking from corrosion, however, the remedy brackets may have been misinstalled. The incorrect bracket installations may limit the effectiveness of the service repair for NHTSA recalls 10V-385, 12V-193, and 12V-195.

Defect: If the brackets were not installed properly, the rear axle may fracture, affecting the vehicle handling and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brackets to verify their proper installation. If a bracket is found to have been misinstalled, the rear axle will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The began on October 21, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S27.